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Chef Art Smith's Reunion, Chicago, IL

Chef Art Smith's Reunion

4.4
4.4
744 Reviews
$30 and under
American

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2 people
19:00
Booked 13 times today
  • Charming
  • Good for groups
  • Great for creative cocktails
Dining together allows us to better understand who we are, regardless of our social status. The food does not have to be elegant, complicated, or fancy. We find that busy people like simple food—the busier they are, the simpler the food. Our menu is straightforward, down-home Southern food with a few more contemporary dishes.

Getting back to the table allows us to love and nurture each other and renew connections to our families—however they may be configured—in this diverse and ever-changing society. Such connections are crucial in a fast-paced world where we feel more disconnected every day. One of the best ways we know how to restore that daily balance is to sit down at our table.

We should all think about returning to the sanctity of the table, where we can rebuild our families whether they be given or chosen, and reconnect with those we love and choose to love. Our table is a familiar, uncomplicated, friendly place where we can celebrate.

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    American
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon–Thu, Sun 11:00–20:00 Fri, Sat 11:00–21:00
  • Phone number
    (312) 224-1415
  • Website
    http://www.reunionrestaurants.com/
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive Chef
    Art Smith
  • Location
    700 E Grand Ave, Chicago, IL 60611
  • Area
    Lakeshore East
  • Cross Street
    Located at the front of Navy Pier.
  • Parking details
    Public Lot
  • Public transit
    The CTA stop is located across the street from the restaurant.
  • Additional
    Gluten-free Options, Vegan

Menu

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What 744 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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4.4
4.4 based on recent ratings
  • 4.5Food
  • 4.4Service
  • 4.4Ambience
  • 4.2Value

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Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Chef Art Smith's Reunion is a delightful culinary gem at Navy Pier, offering "amazing comfort food" that guests rave about. The fried chicken is particularly "amazing," and the service is often described as "phenomenal." While some diners note occasional service hiccups, the lively atmosphere, generous portions, and "delicious" Southern-inspired dishes make it a must-visit for comfort food lovers.

744 Reviews

  1. KIMBERLY

    Chicago

    17 reviews

    4.0

    17 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    This was our 1st time here. Hot honey wings were tasty. Calamari not so much. Something was off with the texture. Hush puppies, the shrimp basket, and fried chicken dinner was delicious!

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  2. Sarah

    VIP

    Chicago

    19 reviews

    5.0

    19 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    We (two adults and two kids) came here for dinner after a busy afternoon at the Children’s Museum, and we had a great experience. The service was very friendly and attentive and the food was a hit. Mac n cheese and fried chicken were appreciated all around, as were the hush puppies. My husband and I also did the whiskey business cocktail flight which was a good choice when we were having a hard time choosing. We’ll definitely be back.

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  3. Tina

    VIP

    Chicago

    17 reviews

    3.0

    17 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 3
    My first visit was less than expected. Unfortunately it was on New Year’s Day. The celebration was minimized by the overall slow service, waitstaff appeared to be very sluggish maybe tired. The chicken was very salty could not eat it. If you like salt it’s for you. The greens tasted like an overwhelming mixture of vinegar and salt. Could not eat it. The manager was gracious and thoughtful apologetic and accommodating. Was offered several options to eat and drink in place of my main dish. I tried the crab cakes. Small but delicious. A complimentary piece of cake to go was very nice of them. I might go back for a second chance. Best Regards.

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  4. Ameera

    Chicago

    6 reviews

    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Was a great New Years Dining experience. Service was great and food and drinks were great. Will come back!

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  5. Marissa

    Chicago

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 2
    took very long 40 minutes between apps and main then forgot one main took 15 min to get dessert then forever to wait for boxes for leftovers food great but many mistakes asked for booster seat didnt get it

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  6. Pamela

    Houston

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great food and excellent service! I had the salmon dish and left nothing on my plate. My friends and I all sampled one another’s food and had no complaints. Substitutes on items are pricey so keep that in mind. We will be back!

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  7. Shelley

    VIP

    Chicago

    4 reviews

    2.0

    4 reviews

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 3
    Food was meh. The calamari was overcooked - super chewy. Fried chicken was good but potatoes were gummy. Cheesy grits fantastic. Over priced for what we received. Service was attentive but doubt I would ever go back.

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  8. kimball

    Key West

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We had a large party and were given the private room. Great meal. We had a lovely time.

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  9. Jamie

    VIP

    Raleigh

    19 reviews

    4.0

    19 reviews

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Service was great! The waitress was very attentive during a busy time.

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  10. Victoria

    VIP

    Chicago

    32 reviews

    3.0

    32 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 4
    Overall this was a disappointment.The fried chicken sandwich lacked seasoning. The tartar sauce on the fish sandwich was overpowered by the tarragon making it inedible for me. Calamari was good with an excellent cocktail sauce. Crab cakes were also very good

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FAQs

Chef Art Smith's Reunion offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (312) 224-1415.

Chef Art Smith's Reunion is rated 4.4 stars by 744 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

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2 people
19:00
Booked 13 times today

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Google Map for Chef Art Smith's Reunion

700 E Grand Ave, Chicago, IL 60611

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    Located at the front of Navy Pier.
  • Area
    Lakeshore East
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon–Thu, Sun 11:00–20:00 Fri, Sat 11:00–21:00
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    American
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Public Lot
  • Public transit
    The CTA stop is located across the street from the restaurant.
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive Chef
    Art Smith
  • Additional
    Gluten-free Options, Vegan
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